Sermons in the Soil: The Naturalist-Parson Gilbert White

Gilbert White

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. April 25, 1766 On this day, dear readers and fellow garden enthusiasts, a most delightful exchange occurred between two gentlemen of wit and wisdom. John Mulso, with quill in hand, penned a letter…

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The Naturalist’s Pen: Gilbert White’s April Observations

Gilbert White

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. April 19, 1792 On this day, dear readers, we are granted a most delightful peek into the journal of Gilbert White, the venerable naturalist of Selborne, England. His keen observations of the natural…

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